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Soft-spoken Virginian holds sway on immigration

Soft-spoken Virginian holds sway on immigration

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WASHINGTON — A soft-spoken conservative from Virginia is emerging as a central player on immigration as the issue nears a critical juncture on Capitol Hill.

Congressman Bob Goodlatte (GOOD-lat) took over chairmanship of the House Judiciary Committee this year. Last week, immigration activists were alarmed when he announced his committee will consider the immigration issue piece-by-piece, instead of starting with a single sweeping bill like the Senate is doing.